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SPORTS

Spartan Fans travel to the 'D' for game

Usually, the friendly confines of Ford Field are draped in Honolulu blue and silver, as close to 65,000 fans cheer on their beloved Detroit Lions. But on Saturday, the cozy domed stadium will play host to a wave of green and white, as MSU takes on Florida Atlantic.

MSU

Muslims prep for Ramadan's end

Like every other Spartan on campus, Basil Hakmeh has been busy juggling new classes, keeping up on homework and jumping into a new academic year — all while fasting from sunrise to sunset.

MICHIGAN

Three dying bills moved to state House

MSU students might lose the opportunity for insurance coverage on prescription contraceptives, but be saved from paying an extra tax at their job in restaurants if three more bills awaiting for the attention of the state House of Representatives are not taken up before the legislative session ends Dec.

COMMENTARY

Fraternity responds to MSU Alumnus' critical letter

When it came to the attention of at the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity that a social gathering titled “The Freshman ‘Fifth’teen” appeared to give a misleading impression, the decision was made to immediately cancel the event without question or hesitation.

COMMENTARY

More time needed to consider plan

Everyone in the nation, especially residents of Michigan, can appreciate the idea of repairs and upgrades to roads and other forms of transportation. Ill-kept roads have become a common sight to many, and to see the infrastructure of the U.S. transportation system in such a state can be worrisome.

COMMENTARY

BIlls facing death in legislature worth saving

Two bills that could have a significant impact on MSU students might die Dec. 31 before being able to make a change. One of the bills proposes that the East Lansing Secretary of State office, 400 Albert Ave., and the Lansing Secretary of State office, 108 S. Washington Square, merge to combine a SUPER!Center in the Frandor shopping center.

FEATURES

Local photographer hopes to launch national cancer campaign

Terri Shaver is the founder and executive director of The Oldham Project, a nonprofit photography organization that provides free portraits for people with life-threatening or terminal illnesses. Her most recent campaign is aimed at women who have lost their hair from the effects of chemotherapy.

FEATURES

New Kresge exhibit highlights faculty projects

The 2010-11 Faculty Biennial Exhibition begins with an opening reception from 7-9 p.m. at Kresge Art Museum. The exhibition will showcase the work faculty members in the Department of Art and Art History have completed throughout the past two years.

NEWS

Despite restrictions, internships abound

Despite increased restrictions for unpaid internships under changes to federal guidelines, internships remain an important part of college for students in many of MSU’s programs. And many students continue to find the right opportunity, whether at a local business such as Hart-Davidson Designs or in cities across Michigan.

NEWS

Bills to be thrown out if not passed by end of session

Two bills passed earlier this year by the state House could be on their death beds if they don’t soon receive the attention of Senate committees. Any bill not passed by both houses by the end of the current legislative session Dec. 31 will die without becoming law. To have a chance at becoming law, the bills need to be reintroduced at the start of the next legislative session and begin the lawmaking process anew.

NEWS

Police Brief 09/08/10

A vehicle stolen from East Lansing’s Amtrak station sometime in the past week was found abandoned with its windows smashed, on I-96 in Portland, Mich.,MSU police Sgt. Florene McGlothian-Taylor said.

MSU

Hillel celebrates Rosh Hashanah

The MSU Hillel Jewish Student Center was a flurry of activity last night, as nearly 200 students packed the dining hall to share food and celebrate the 5,772nd Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah.

MICHIGAN

Students assaulted in separate, similar incidents

Three MSU students were victims of separate but similar attacks this weekend in East Lansing. The three reports of strong armed robbery had several similarities. They occurred between 7:30 p.m. and 3 a.m., there were multiple attackers, and all victims were traveling alone, East Lansing police Capt. Tom Johnstone said.